How To Fix RSO505 - The system was set as a normal ("non Content") system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 505

• Message text: The system was set as a normal ("non Content") system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO505 - The system was set as a normal ("non Content") system ?

  The SAP error message RSO505 indicates that the system is configured as a "normal" or "non-Content" system, which means it does not have the necessary settings or configurations to access or utilize SAP Business Warehouse (BW) content. This can occur in scenarios where you are trying to access BW content, such as InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries, but the system is not set up to handle them.
  Cause:
  
  System Configuration: The system is not configured as a Content system in the BW landscape. This typically means that it lacks the necessary BW content or is not set up to receive or manage BW content.
  Transport Issues: If the BW content was supposed to be transported to the system but was not, this could lead to the error.
  Incorrect System Type: The system might be incorrectly classified in the landscape as a non-Content system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Verify the system settings in the SAP BW system. Ensure that the system is correctly classified as a Content system if it is intended to be one.
  You can check this in the SAP BW system settings or through transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to see the system's configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport BW Content:
  
  If the system is supposed to have BW content, ensure that the necessary transport requests containing the BW content are imported into the system.
  Use transaction STMS to manage transport requests and ensure that the relevant content is available in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust System Type:
  
  If the system is incorrectly classified, you may need to adjust the system type in the BW landscape configuration. This typically requires administrative access and should be done with caution.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to BW content and system configuration for specific guidance on how to set up a Content system.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and transport, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Landscape: Understanding the roles of different systems in the BW landscape (e.g., Development, Quality, Production) can help in configuring them correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1, STMS, and RSPC for managing BW content and processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSO505 error and ensure that your SAP system is properly configured to handle BW content.